Wentworth, South Yorkshire Planning Applications
Recent planning applications near Wentworth, South Yorkshire.
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Planning applications in Wentworth are administered by Rotherham Metropolitan Borough Council. View the full Rotherham Metropolitan Borough Council planning applications page for approval rates and decision timelines.
About Wentworth
Wentworth is a village and civil parish located within the Metropolitan Borough of Rotherham in South Yorkshire, England. Known for its rich history and rural charm, the area offers a blend of residential and green spaces, making it an important consideration for planning applications in the region.
Population: 1,386 (2021)
District: Rotherham
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Town Insights
Property Prices
Average property sale price: £203,231 (based on 50 recent transactions from HM Land Registry).
Area Information
- Admin district: Rotherham
- Parliamentary constituency: Rawmarsh and Conisbrough
- LSOA: Rotherham 008D
Crime Statistics
0 crimes reported in 2026-05.
Flood Risk
No active flood warnings near Wentworth.
Keyword Scorecard
Planning constraint analysis based on the last 24 months of applications near Wentworth.
- Ecology & Wildlife Constraints (keywords: bats, bat survey, bat roost, great crested newt, GCN...)
- Trees & Landscape (keywords: tree preservation order, TPO, arboricultural, tree survey, root protection area...)
- Flood & Drainage (keywords: flood zone 2, flood zone 3, flood risk assessment, FRA, surface water...)
- Heritage & Conservation (keywords: listed building, grade II, grade II*, grade I, conservation area...)
- Green Belt (keywords: green belt, inappropriate development, very special circumstances, openness)
- Highways & Access (keywords: visibility splays, highway authority objection, access arrangement, parking provision, transport statement...)
- Refusal & Risk Indicators (keywords: refusal, delegated refusal, appeal dismissed, overdevelopment, character and appearance...)
- Planning Process & Appeals (keywords: appeal lodged, appeal allowed, appeal dismissed, public inquiry, inspector)
Planning Activity Summary
Approval rates, average decision times, and application type distribution for Wentworth based on the last 24 months of planning data.
Nearby Applications
1 planning application found near Wentworth.
- - Holy Trinity Church Church Drive Wentworth 9999
Application to undertake works to a tree(s) within Wentworth Conservation Area
Status: Permitted | Type: Trees | Council: Rotherham | Date: 2024-10-03
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A brief summary of Wentworth in South Yorkshire
Wentworth is a village and civil parish located within the Metropolitan Borough of Rotherham in South Yorkshire, England. Known for its rich history and rural charm, the area offers a blend of residential and green spaces, making it an important consideration for planning applications in the region. The settlement has a population of approximately 1,386 (2021 estimate). It sits within the Rotherham district.
Property prices in Wentworth show an average sale price of £203,231, based on 50 recent transactions recorded by HM Land Registry.
There were no crimes reported in the immediate area during the most recent reporting period. This makes Wentworth a particularly low-crime area.
Wentworth has 3 conservation areas within its boundaries: Wentworth, Elsecar, Barrow. Planning applications within or near these conservation areas are subject to additional scrutiny to preserve the architectural and historic character of the area. Homeowners and developers should be aware that permitted development rights may be restricted.
Ecology & Nature Designations
The area around Wentworth includes 6 Ancient Woodland sites. These designations may affect planning decisions, as proposals near protected sites require environmental impact assessment and may face additional restrictions.
For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Wentworth planning applications can be searched by entering a local postcode above. Results include full application details, decision status, and the ability to track applications over time and set planning alerts to help you monitor and review pending planning applications.
Planning Activity in Wentworth
In the last 24 months, 1 planning applications were submitted near Wentworth. Of these, 100% were approved, with an average decision time of 40 days.
This is notably above the national average of approximately 87%, suggesting a relatively permissive planning environment. Applicants near Wentworth may find that well-prepared applications have a strong chance of success.
The average decision time of 40 days is within the government's 8-week statutory target for minor applications, indicating an efficient planning department.
The most common application types near Wentworth were tree works (1). The significant number of tree-related applications is typical for areas with mature tree cover or active tree preservation orders.
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Related Planning Guides
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- How Long Does Planning Permission Take? — Typical timelines for planning permission decisions in the UK, from submission to approval, and what can cause delays.